Portland Police Newshttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police
Wed, 23 May 2018 18:10:00 -0700News releases from the Portland Police - Portland, OregonTwo Suspects and Three Firearms Located During Wednesday Morning Warrants (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159114&ec=1
159114-1Wed, 23 May 2018 18:10:00GovernmentWhile serving a warrant at a residence in the 1000 block of Northeast 173rd Avenue in Gresham, members of the East Metro County SWAT Team arrested 44-year-old Ervan Ronell Herring. Members of the Clackamas County SWAT Team arrested 43-year-old Michael Devon Herring during the service of a warrant in the 16300 block of Southeast 135th Avenue in Clackamas County. Investigators with the Portland Police Bureau Gang Enforcement Team located and seized three firearms during a search of both residences. The seized firearms included a .380 caliber handgun, .40 caliber handgun and a .223 caliber assault style rifle (Photographs of the firearms have been provided with this release). The rifle was a reported stolen firearm from Springfield, Oregon.

This investigation began on Sunday, February 18, 2018, at 4:47 p.m., when North Precinct officers responded to the report of gunfire in a parking lot near Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, located at 2801 North Gantenbein Avenue.

Based on information learned at the time of the shooting, investigators with the Portland Police Bureau's Gang Enforcement Team responded to the crime scene and assumed the investigation.

During the investigation, detectives learned Ervan and Michael Herring were suspects in the shooting. Detectives applied for and obtained search warrants for the locations in Gresham and Clackamas County. Both locations are the known residences of Ervan and Michael Herring.

Ervan and Michael Herring were lodged at the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Attempt Murder, Attempt Assault in the First Degree, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Anyone with information about Ervan or Michael Herring should contact Gang Enforcement Team Detective Brent Christenson at 503-823-2087 or Brent.Christenson@portlandoregon.gov

The Portland Police Bureau Tactical Operations Division has investigated 49 gang violence incidents in 2018. This investigation was the 11th gang violence shooting of 2018. Anyone with information about a gang violence incident should contact the Gang Enforcement Team at 503-823-4106 or Crime Stoppers of Oregon.

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Stabbing Investigation Wednesday Afternoon in Portland's Hazelwood Neighborhood -- One Person Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159113&ec=1
159113-1Wed, 23 May 2018 16:00:00GovernmentOfficers and emergency medical personnel arrived and contacted an adult male who appeared to have been assaulted with a knife. Medical personnel transported the victim by ambulance to a Portland area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Based on preliminary information, investigators believe a disturbance began at the Gateway Transit Center, located at 9900 Northeast Multnomah Street. The people involved in the disturbance moved to the 9800 block of East Burnside Street where the stabbing took place.

Officers searched the area, but have not located a suspect at this time. Based on information learned in the investigation, there is not believed to be an immediate danger to the community in relation to this incident. There is no suspect description to share with the public at this time in the investigation.

Criminalists with the Portland Police Bureau's Forensic Evidence Division have responded to assist with this investigation.

Detectives with the Portland Police Bureau Detective Division's Assault Detail will continue this investigation. Anyone with information about this incident should contact Detective Division's Assault Detail at 503-823-0479.

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Shooting Investigation Overnight in Portland's Brooklyn Neighborhood - One Person Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159112&ec=1
159112-1Wed, 23 May 2018 08:10:00GovernmentOfficers and emergency medical personnel arrived in the area and located an adult male victim suffering from what was believed to be a non-life-threatening gunshot injury. Emergency medical responders provided the man medical aid and transported him to an area hospital by ambulance.

Officers searched the area for possible suspects and evidence of the shooting. During the search, officers located evidence of gunfire at the intersection of Southeast 16th Avenue and Southeast Rhine Street. Officers have not locate any suspects associated with this shooting at this time.

The suspect was last seen leaving the area in a dark colored sedan with tinted windows. There is no additional suspect description available for public release at this time.

The case will be forwarded to the Portland Police Bureau's Detective Division for further investigation. Anyone with information about this shooting should contact the Assault Detail at 503-823-0479.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

At this time in the investigation there are no indications of foul play.

The Police Bureau regrets the error.

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Portland Police Bureau's Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public's help to locate 11-year-old Curtis Howe. Howe was last seen with friends in the 7000 block of Southeast 76th Avenue on Monday, May 21, 2018.

Howe is described as a white male, 5'1" tall, 100 pounds, with reddish brown hair and blue eyes.

Howe was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants and a black backpack. Howe is knowledgeable with the TriMet system. Based on information learned at this time, detectives do not believe foul play is involved in this missing person investigation.

Anyone seeing Howe is asked to call 9-1-1. Anyone with non-emergency information about Howe is asked to contact Detective Lori Fonken at 503-823-1081 or lori.fonken@portlandoregon.gov

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UPDATE #2: Victim Identified in Monday Night Homicide Investigationhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159108&ec=3
159108-3Tue, 22 May 2018 17:35:00GovernmentAn autopsy of Pierce was performed by a member of the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office today. The Medical Examiner determined Pierce died of homicidal violence as the result of a gunshot injury.

Anyone who observed or possesses surveillance footage or knowledge of this incident should contact Detective Vincent Cui at 503-823-0449 or Vince.Cui@portlandoregon.gov

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Members of the Portland Police Bureau Detective Division's Homicide Detail continue to investigate the death of a person that occurred Monday evening on Southwest 2nd Avenue between Southwest Ash Street and Southwest Ankeny Street.

Based on information gathered in the initial investigation, detectives believe there was a disturbance between two people on the east sidewalk of Southwest 2nd Avenue. During the disturbance a gun was fired and the victim was struck by gunfire. As officers arrived at the scene they immediately provided the victim with emergency first aid. When emergency medical responders arrived at the location they determined the victim was deceased.

The suspect remained at the scene and was taken into custody without incident. After being interviewed by Homicide Detail detectives, the suspect was lodged at the Multnomah County Jail.

The suspect has been identified as 33-year-old Sophia G. Adler. Adler was lodged on a charge of Murder (At the time of this release a booking photograph was not available.).

The victim will be identified after an autopsy is completed by a member of the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office and the victim's next of kin are notified.

The information learned during this investigation will be provided to the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office for review and presentation to a Grand Jury.

Anyone who observed or possesses surveillance footage or knowledge of this incident should contact Detective Vincent Cui at 503-823-0449 or Vince.Cui@portlandoregon.gov

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On Monday, May 21, 2018, at 11:08 p.m., Central Precinct officers responded to the report of an injured person lying on the sidewalk on Southwest 2nd Avenue between Southwest Ash Street and Southwest Ankeny Street.

Officers and emergency medical personnel arrived on the scene and located an adult female on the east sidewalk of Southwest 2nd Avenue. Responding officers provided the injured person with emergency first aid; however, when emergency medical responders arrived, they determined the woman was deceased.

Members of the Portland Police Bureau Detective Division's Homicide Detail will lead this death investigation. Criminalists with the Forensic Evidence Division, members of the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office, and a representative from the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office have also responded to assist with this investigation.

The investigation is in its early stages and no additional information will be available until after the start of business on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

Southwest 2nd Avenue is closed to all traffic between Southwest Oak Street and Southwest Burnside Street during this investigation.

Based on the initial investigation there is not believed to be a danger to the community in regards to this death investigation.

Anyone who was information, including possible video surveillance, of this investigation should contact the Detective Division's Homicide Detail at 503-823-0479.

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27 Citations Issued During Monday Evening #VisionZero Traffic Safety Mission on SW Barbur Blvd (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159109&ec=1
159109-1Tue, 22 May 2018 07:55:00GovernmentOfficers focused on dangerous behaviors and the officers were free to make traffic stops on drivers, pedestrians and bicycle riders as they saw appropriate. The officers were encouraged to share information about the Vision Zero program during these contacts. As always, officers were allowed the discretion to issue citations, warnings or classes. This area of Southwest Barbur Boulevard includes heavily traveled bike lanes, bus stops and a crosswalk that was the location of a pedestrian fatality several years ago.

During this traffic safety mission, 27 citations were issued. One citation was issued to a motorist that an officer observed traveling 58 miles per hour in a posted 35 mile per hour zone.

The Traffic Division will be conducting future enforcement missions as staffing allows.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390

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Shooting Investigation Monday Afternoon in NE Portland -- No Known Injurieshttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159107&ec=1
159107-1Mon, 21 May 2018 14:25:00GovernmentDuring the investigation, officers canvassed the area, searching for possible victims, suspects and evidence of gunfire. Evidence of gunfire was located on Northeast 15th Avenue.

There were no injured persons located at the scene of this shooting or that arrived at area hospitals. There were also no reports of any property damage as a result of this shooting.

This shooting investigation is in the early stages.

During this investigation, Northeast 15th Avenue will be closed between Northeast Wygant Street and Northeast Alberta Street.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Shooting Investigation Underway on SE Powell Blvd - One Person Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159106&ec=1
159106-1Sat, 19 May 2018 22:20:00GovernmentOfficers arrived in the area and located an adult male victim suffering from what was believed to be serious but non-life-threatening gunshot injuries. Officers applied a tourniquet prior to emergency medical personnel arriving on scene. When emergency medical responders arrived, they provided the man medical aid and transported him to an area hospital by ambulance.

Officers searched the area for possible suspects, additional victims and evidence of the shooting. At this time officers have not located the suspect associated with this shooting.

There is no suspect description available to share with the public at this time.

The investigation is in its early stages and information will be provided as it is learned and deemed appropriate for release. No additional updates are expected this evening regarding this shooting investigation.

Detectives with the Portland Police Bureau Detective Division's Assault Detail will continue this investigation. Anyone with information about this shooting should contact the Assault Detail at 503-823-0479.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Shooting Investigation Underway in Portland's King Neighborhood - Two People Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159105&ec=1
159105-1Sat, 19 May 2018 22:00:00GovernmentOfficers arrived in the area and located an adult female victim who sufferred what was believed to be a non-life-threatening gunshot injury. Prior to police and emergency medical responders arriving, community members began to render the victim emergency first aid. Emergency medical responders arrived on scene and continued to provide medical aid and transported the woman to an area hospital by ambulance.

As officers and emergency medical personnel assisted the female victim, another caller to 9-1-1 reported seeing an adult male hiding near his residence in the 4900 block of Northeast 6th Avenue. Officers responded to the caller's home and located an adult male who had also been struck by gunfire. Officers requested additional emergency medical personnel to respond to assist the male victim. Emergency medical responders arrived on scene, provided the man medical aid and transported him to an area hospital by ambulance for treatment of what are believed to be serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers searched the area for possible suspects, additional victims and evidence of the shooting, they located and seized evidence of gunfire on Northeast Alberta Street near Northeast Grand Avenue. Officers also located an unoccupied residence in the 500 block of Northeast Alberta Street that was struck by gunfire.

At this time in the investigation no suspects have been located. Based on information learned in the investigation at this time investigators believe the male victim was the intended target of this shooting. Officers do not believe the female victim or residence that was struck by gunfire were intended targets of the shooting.

During this investigation, Northeast Alberta Street will be closed between Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast 7th Avenue.

Based on the preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team will be conducting the investigation. Criminalists with the Forensic Evidence Division have also responded to assist with this investigation.

Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who possesses video surveillance footage of the shooting is asked to contact Portland Police Bureau's Tactical Operations Division's Gang Enforcement Team Detective Brian Sims at 503-823-2079 or Brian.Sims@portlandoregon.gov or Detective Meghan Burkeen at 503-823-2092 or Meghan.Burkeen@portlandoregon.gov

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

On Friday, May 18, 2018, at 11:12 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the report of gunfire near Northeast 92nd Avenue and Northeast Wygant Street.

Officers arrived in the area and contacted several witnesses. Based on information learned at this time, officers believe the occupants of two vehicles, that traveled south on Northeast 92nd Avenue from Northeast Wygant Street, fired guns.

During the investigation, officers canvassed the area, searching for possible victims, suspects and evidence of gunfire. Officers also went door to door in the area of the reported shooting to locate witnesses and investigate if any residences were struck by gunfire. Evidence of gunfire was located and seized on Northeast 92nd Avenue between Northeast Sandy Boulevard and Northeast Wygant Street.

There were no injured persons located at the scene of this shooting or at area hospitals. There were also no reports of any property damage as a result of this shooting.

The two vehicles believed to be involved with this shooting investigation were described as a silver four door sedan and a dark colored four door sedan. There are no descriptions available to provide to the public regarding the occupants of the vehicles at this time in the investigation.

Based on the preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team will be conducting the investigation. Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who possesses video surveillance footage of the shooting is asked to contact the Portland Police Bureau's Tactical Operations Division's Gang Enforcement Team at 503-823-4106.

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Shooting Investigation Late Friday Night at SE Portland Bar - One Person Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159104&ec=1
159104-1Sat, 19 May 2018 11:15:00GovernmentOfficers arrived at the bar and searched the location for suspects, injured people, and evidence. During the search there were no suspects or injured people located.

As officers continued the investigation, they learned that multiple people were involved in a disturbance inside the bar and that one of those involved in the disturbance fired a gun. While officers continued the investigation at the bar, an adult male arrived at an area hospital by private vehicle with what is believed to be a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Officers responded to the hospital and learned the victim likely suffered the gunshot wound during the shooting at Rachel's Bar and Grill.

Based on preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team responded to assume the investigation. Criminalists with the Forensic Evidence Division also responded to assist with this investigation.

At this time in the investigation there are no suspect descriptions to provide the public.

Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who possesses video surveillance footage of the area near Rachel's bar and Grill is asked to contact the Portland Police Bureau Tactical Operations Division's Gang Enforcement Team at 503-823-4106.

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Store Robbed Saturday Morning in Portland's Woodstock Neighborhood - No Injuries or Arrest (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159103&ec=1
159103-1Sat, 19 May 2018 07:55:00GovernmentOfficers arrived at the store and learned three suspects entered the location, demanded money, while one of the suspects brandished a handgun. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash the suspects left the location.

Officers arrived in the area and performed an area search but did not locate anyone matching the suspects' descriptions.

The suspects were described as black males, in their teens, all with slight builds. Several stills of the Plaid Pantry surveillance video are provided with this release.

There were no reported injuries as a result of this incident.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Portland Police Bureau Detective Division's Robbery Detail at 503-823-0405.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous. Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects.

Shooting Investigation Saturday Morning in Portland's Old Town/Chinatown - No Known Injurieshttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159101&ec=1
159101-1Sat, 19 May 2018 07:15:00GovernmentOfficers arrived in the area of the reported gunfire and canvassed the scene, looking for potential victims, suspects and evidence. During the canvass, officers located evidence of gunfire on Northwest Davis Street between Northwest Broadway and Northwest 6th Avenue.

Investigators continue to investigate this shooting and there is no suspect description to provide at this time.

During this investigation Northwest Davis Street will be closed between Northwest 5th Avenue and Northwest Broadway.

Based on the preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team will be conducting the investigation. Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who possesses video surveillance footage of the shooting is asked to contact the Portland Police Bureau's Tactical Operations Division's Gang Enforcement Team at 503-823-4106.

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Crime Stoppers Tip Leads to Arrest of Suspected Drug Dealer and Recovery of Stolen Property (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159100&ec=1
159100-1Fri, 18 May 2018 11:35:00GovernmentThis investigation began in April 2018, after an anonymous tip was submitted to Crime Stoppers of Oregon. The anonymous tip led Central Precinct NRT officers to investigate the occupant of an apartment in the Westwind Hotel Apartments who was reportedly selling illegal drugs. During the investigation, officers learned that in addition to drug trafficking, the suspect would accept stolen property in exchange for illegal drugs.

On Thursday morning, officers knocked on the apartment door, which was answered by the suspect. After the suspect opened the door, officers observed evidence of illegal drugs in the apartment. Officers took the suspect into custody without incident.

Based on information gathered during the investigation and during contact with the suspect, officers applied for and obtained a warrant to search the apartment. As officers searched the apartment, they located thousands of dollars in suspected stolen property, property belonging to multiple identity theft victims, three-quarters of an ounce of methamphetamine, one-half ounce of heroin, several hundred dollars in cash, and drug packaging materials.

The suspect,51-year-old Eddie Breedwell, was lodged at the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Possession of Heroin, Delivery of Heroin, Delivery of Heroin within 1000 feet of a School, Possession of Methamphetamine, Delivery of Methamphetamine, Delivery of Methamphetamine within 1000 feet of a School, and Theft in the First Degree.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards of up to $2,500 for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved homicide or other felony crime, and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

To see other featued and unsolved cases, please visit https://www.crimestoppersoforegon.com/

Members of the Portland Police Bureau's Traffic Division continue to investigate a crash that occurred on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 on Northwest Nicolai Street.

The bicyclist involved in the crash did not survive his injuries after arrival at a Portland hospital. The bicyclist has been identified as a 50-year-old male. His name is not being released pending family notification.

This was the 17th traffic fatality in the City of Portland in 2018.

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On Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at 8:04 a.m., Central Precinct and Traffic Division officers responded to the report of a bicycle and vehicle crash in the 2700 block of Northwest Nicolai Street.

Officers and emergency medical personnel arrived on scene and located an injured adult male and a bicycle on the ground at the crash scene. The male bicyclist suffered what were believed to be serious life-threatening injuries as a result of the crash. Medical personnel provided medical aid and transported the man to an area hospital by ambulance.

The driver of the vehicle involved in this crash has remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

Based on preliminary information, investigators believe the bicyclist exited a parking lot, traveled into the eastbound travel lane of Northwest Nicolas Street and crashed into a passing truck.

The Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division's Major Crash Team has responded and will continue the investigation. Criminalists with the Forensic Evidence Division have also responded to assist with this investigation.

During this crash investigation Northwest Nicolai Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between Northwest 27th Avenue and Northwest 29th Avenue.

This investigation is ongoing and more information will be provided as the investigation continues and is determined to be appropriate.

Anyone with information about this crash should contact the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division at 503-823-2103.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390

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Shooting Investigation Early Thursday Morning at Buckman Neighborhood Restaurant - One Person Critically Injuredhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159098&ec=1
159098-1Thu, 17 May 2018 05:25:00GovernmentAs officers responded to the location they learned that people were reporting hearing multiple gunshots at the Montage restaurant and that people had taken shelter inside a locked room in the restaurant.

Officers arrived on scene, entered the restaurant, and looked for injured victims and any suspects. During an initial search of the location and area, no suspects or victims were located. As officers continued to investigate the shooting, they located evidence of gunfire and evidence that someone was injured.

While officers continued the on scene investigation, an adult male victim arrived at an area hospital with gunshot wounds believed to have been suffered during this shooting. The victim remains in critical condition at an area hospital receiving treatment for his injuries.

Based on information gathered at this time, officers believe this was a targeted shooting and that there is no immediate danger to the public in regards to this shooting investigation.

Investigators continue to investigate this shooting, no suspects have been located or taken into custody at this time and there is no suspect description to provide at this time.

Based on the preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team will be conducting the investigation. Criminalists with the Forensics Evidence Division have also responded to assist with this investigation.

Anyone who witnessed this shooting and not spoken with investigators or who possesses video surveillance footage of the shooting or nearby area is asked to contact Portland Police Bureau Tactical Operations Division's Gang Enforcement Team Detective Brian Sims at 503-823-2079 or Brian.Sims@portlandoregon.gov or Detective Meghan Burkeen at 503-823-2092 or Meghan.Burkeen@portlandoregon.gov

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous.

Information about any unsolved homicide is eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. Information about any other unsolved felony crime is eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Information learned from social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube should be shared as these tips may lead to the identification of a suspect or suspects. Links can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

UPDATE: Pedestrian Killed in May 8th Traffic Crash Identifiedhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159074&ec=3
159074-3Wed, 16 May 2018 15:35:00GovernmentThe Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division's Major Crash Team continues to investigate this crash. Anyone with information about this crash should contact Officer Garrett Dow at 503-823-5070 or Garrett.Dow@portlandoregon.gov

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Traffic Division officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances of last night's crash on Southeast Division Street.

The pedestrian involved in the crash did not survive her injuries after arrival at a Portland hospital. She has been identified as an 87-year-old female. Her name is not being released pending family notification.

The driver involved in the crash, 30-year-old George Walters Brackenbury, cooperated with investigators and was released pending further investigation.

Investigating officers learned that the pedestrian was crossing Southeast Division Street in the 16900 block when she was struck by Brackenbury, driving a Jeep Cherokee eastbound on Division.

This case remains under investigation and once completed will be presented to the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office for review.

This was the 15th traffic fatality in the City of Portland in 2018.

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On Tuesday May 8, 2018, at 9:12 p.m., East Precinct and Traffic Division officers responded to the report of a pedestrian struck by a driver in the 16900 block of Southeast Division Street.

Officers and medical personnel arrived and located the elderly female pedestrian suffering from traumatic injuries. She has been transported to a Portland hospital by ambulance for treatment.

The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

Due to the severity of the pedestrian's injuries, the Traffic Division's Major Crash Team is responding to conduct an investigation into the crash.

Southeast Division Street, between 168th and 170th Avenues, is closed to all traffic and will remain closed for several hours until the completion of the crash scene investigation.

No additional updates on this investigation are expected this evening.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390

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Suspect Arrested on Illegal Drug and Gun Charges During Neighborhood Livability Mission in Lloyd District (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159097&ec=1
159097-1Wed, 16 May 2018 15:15:00GovernmentWhile working in the Lloyd District, officers observed a white four door Acura sedan parked in the upper parking lot of the Safeway. The occupants of the Acura were the subject of an illegal drug activity investigation the prior week. As the officers contacted the only occupant of the vehicle today, they observed evidence of illegal drug possession.

During the investigation, officers located heroin, materials to package and distribute the heroin, over $700.00 in cash, and a firearm inside the Acura. The occupant of the Acura was taken into custody without incident.

The suspect has been identified as 22-year-old Tristan Lee Gladstein. Gladstein was lodged at the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Delivery of Heroin, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public and a warrant out of the San Francisco County Sheriff's Office for Vandalism.

During extra patrol details in the Lloyd District and Irvington and Hollywood Neighborhoods, officers focus on livability concerns identified by community members, businesses, community organizations and district officers. North Precinct will conduct future neighborhood livability patrols as staffing allows.

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11 Citations Issued During Tuesday Evening #VisionZero Traffic Safety Mission on SE 82nd Ave (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159095&ec=1
159095-1Tue, 15 May 2018 22:30:00GovernmentOfficers focused on dangerous behaviors and the officers were free to make traffic stops on drivers, pedestrians and bicycle riders as they saw appropriate. The officers were encouraged to share information about the Vision Zero program during these contacts. As always, officers were allowed the discretion to issue citations, warnings or classes.

During this traffic safety mission, 11 citations were issued along with two written warnings. Five of the 11 citations issued were for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Using a Mobile Electronic Device.

The Traffic Division will be conducting future enforcement missions as staffing allows.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390

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Bank Robbery Tuesday Afternoon in Downtown Portland -- No Injurieshttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159094&ec=1
159094-1Tue, 15 May 2018 16:00:00GovernmentOfficers arrived in the area and spoke with employees who told police, the suspect entered the bank, displayed a knife and demanded money. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash the suspect left the location without incident.

Officers searched the area but did not locate the suspect.

The suspect is described as a white male, in his late-20s, five feet two inches tall, with a skinny build and a scruffy beard. Witnesses also stated the suspect appeared to be hunched over during the robbery.

Anyone with information about this incident should contact Portland Police Bureau Robbery Detail Detective Brett Hawkinson at 503-823-1080 or Brett.Hawkinson@PortlandOregon.gov, or the Portland office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) at 503-224-4181.

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Police Bureau Seeks Public's Input on Directives (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159092&ec=1
159092-1Tue, 15 May 2018 01:05:00GovernmentCurrently, the Bureau is asking for the community's feedback regarding the following Directive(s):

Community members are encouraged to read these Directives at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/59757 and follow the link at the bottom of the draft to provide comments. This webpage also enables community members to sign up for email notifications when new or revised directives are posted.

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Public's Help Sought to Locate Wanted Burglary Suspect (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159091&ec=1
159091-1Mon, 14 May 2018 13:55:00GovernmentOn May 10, 2018, a felony warrant for Burglary in the Second Degree was issued for the arrest of 63-year-old Melvin Lee Tillman. Tillman is described as a black male, 5'9" tall, 220 pounds, with brown eyes and bald.

Tillman is known to frequent the shopping districts on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Southeast Belmont Street, Northwest 23rd Avenue, and Old Town/ Chinatown.

Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Friday Night Shooting Investigation - No Known Injuries (Photo)https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159090&ec=1
159090-1Mon, 14 May 2018 08:05:00GovernmentAs officers responded to the location, callers to 9-1-1 reported that they continued to hear people arguing in the Glendoveer Estates Apartment parking lot after gunfire was heard. At least one caller also reported a maroon Chevrolet Caprice left the location immediately after the gunfire.

Responding officers arrived at the scene while additional officers searched the area for suspects, evidence and possible injured people.

As officers investigated the report of gunfire, they contacted the owner of a white Honda Civic. The white Honda and owner were in the parking lot of the Glendoveer Estates Apartments. While contacting the owner of the white Honda, a firearm, as well as additional of evidence of gunfire were located and seized inside the Honda. The owner of the vehicle was taken into custody without incident.

Officers searching the area, near the Glendoveer Estates Apartments, located a maroon Chevrolet Caprice being driven near Northeast Halsey Street and Northeast 148th Avenue. Officers performed a traffic stop on the vehicle and its occupants. During the traffic stop, officers located and seized a firearm from inside the maroon Chevrolet. An occupant of the Chevrolet was taken into custody without incident.

There were no reports of injury as a result of the reported gunfire.

The suspects arrested during this investigation have been identified as 25-year-old Christopher Charles Carhart and 37-year-old Fontaine Lamont Adams. Carhart and Adams were lodged at the Multnomah County Jail. Carhart, the owner of the white Honda Civic, was charged with a Restraining Order Violation. Adams, an occupant of the maroon Chevrolet Caprice, was lodged on a post prison violation warrant in connection to a previous conviction of Delivery of Cocaine. Investigators believe both, Carhart and Adams, will face additional charges as this investigation continues.

Based on preliminary information, the Gang Enforcement Team is the lead investigating unit for this shooting investigation. Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who possesses video surveillance footage of the shooting is asked to call the Gang Enforcement Team at 503-823-4106.

The Portland Police Bureau works closely with Enough is Enough PDX, a community-led campaign aimed at encouraging people to take a stand against gang violence in the area.

For more information about Enough is Enough PDX and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EnoughIsEnoughPDX

Additional information about Enough is Enough PDX and other City efforts addressing youth violence can be found at the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, http://www.portlandonline.com/safeyouth/

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UPDATE: Motorcycle Operator Killed in May 8th Traffic Crash Identifiedhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159078&ec=2
159078-2Mon, 14 May 2018 07:40:00GovernmentThe Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division's Major Crash Team continues to investigate this crash. Anyone with information about this crash should contact Officer Garrett Dow at 503-823-5070 or Garrett.Dow@portlandoregon.gov

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On Tuesday May 8, 2018, at 1:54 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to I-205 southbound at the Northeast Glisan Street exit on the report that a motorcycle rider was involved in a crash with a driver in a box truck.

Officers and medical personnel arrived and located both parties. The motorcycle rider was suffering from several traumatic injuries. The rider was transported to a Portland hospital by ambulance for treatment. The involved driver remained at the scene and was cooperative with investigators.

Traffic Division officers responded to the scene to assist with the crash investigation. Hospital staff where the rider was taken contacted police, explaining that the rider's medical condition was deteriorating.

Due to the severity of the injuries, the Traffic Division's Major Crash Team responded to complete the crash investigation. Officers were notified by hospital staff that the rider did not survive his injuries.

This crash was the 14th traffic fatality in the City of Portland in 2018.

This case remains under investigation and once completed will be presented to the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office for review.

This is the 14th traffic related fatality in the City of Portland in 2018.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390

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Traffic #Alert: Major Crash Team Investigation Underway At Northbound I-205 to Westbound I-84 - One Person Deceasedhttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=159089&ec=1
159089-1Sun, 13 May 2018 22:30:00GovernmentWhen officers arrived at the crash scene, they located an adult male motorcycle operator and motorcycle on the roadway. Emergency medical responders provided medical aid and transported the injured motorcycle operator by ambulance to an area hospital. En route to the hospital, medical personnel determined the motorcycle operator was deceased.

The Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division's Major Crash Team (MCT) is responding to lead this fatal traffic crash investigation. Criminalists with the Forensic Evidence Division are also responding to assist with the investigation.

During this crash investigation, Exit 21B will be closed from northbound Interstate 205 to westbound Interstate 84. The closure is expected to remain in effect for the next three to four hours.

This investigation is ongoing and no additional information is expected to be provided this evening.

This is the 16th traffic crash fatality investigated by the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division's Major Crash Team in 2018.

Anyone with information about this crash should contact the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division at 503-823-2103.

The Portland Police Bureau is committed to working with our partners in government and the community to create safer streets and work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, traffic fatalities as part of Vision Zero.

To learn more about the City of Portland's Vision Zero effort, please visit: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/40390